Friday Night Travels Around Lake Lanier

Wow!  What a Friday night we had last night.  I can tell you this post will be short on real estate and more on things to do around Lake Lanier.  Last night started early around 6:30.  Since we lost an anchor for our boat the previous weekend, we decided to head over to the store that has it all when it comes to boating, West Marine!  Located in Buford on Lake Lanier Islands Parkway, this place has it all!

We were quick to get what we wanted and make a fast getaway to dinner.  But where?  Well, how about Lake Lanier Islands?  It's been a while since I've been to the Islands by car, but with so many new venues we headed on over.  What an improvement from the days of old!  And what a picturesque setting!  You could spend a day on the ground at Lake Lanier Islands and fill up an incredible photo album!  Seriously, there are incredible vistas at every turn.  I really enjoyed seeing the new restaurants, grounds and Legacy Lodge.  We took photos with the Android, but some of these pics would have been better with a true, full scale camera.  But, here's what we were able to quickly snap at Legacy Lodge.  Very nicely renovated and inviting!

And a few more pics of the beautiful grounds of the Islands!

The beauty is everywhere at Lake Lanier Islands!  But we know other spots for dining in Buford that are good too.  If you're in the mood for great food in an old town square atmosphere, check out the square in downtown Buford.  Aqua Terra Bistro is one of the best restaurants in the area!  Great wine, fantastic food, in a romantic, historical area.  It's hard to go wrong at Aqua Terra, and it always makes for an elegant evening.  Here are a few of the photos from downtown Buford!

Lake Lanier Islands Photos

Welcome to the weekend!  My wife and I drove through Lake Lanier Islands this evening to see the latest improvements.  My Droid Phone's camera just doesn't portray some of the amazing photography available at the Islands.  However, these two were photos that I just had to post!  More to come tomorrow...Stay with us!

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Lake Lanier Real Estate Today!

Today in Lake Lanier real estate, we're focusing on a new incentive to help promote two of our Lake Lanier lot listings that are for sale in Cloister Cove.  As a bonus to real estate agents searching for property for their clients, our seller is offering an additional 3% bonus to the selling broker on Lot 1 and/or Lot 6 in Cloister Cove.  The bonus will be awarded at closing for an accepted offer by July 16, 2012 which results in a closing on one or both lots by August 31, 2012! This is a tremendous opportunity for agents to earn additional income on the sale of these gorgeous lake properties.  We've featured both of these lots before in our blog, but in case you missed the news, full details are linked to the respective videos and flyers below!



The detailed property flyers provide the data and features for each lot!  Please check the following links for the flyers:

9030 Old Terry Ford Road, Lot 1 Cloister Cove, Gainesville, GA.
9035 Hayes Drive, Lot 6 Cloister Cove, Gainesville, GA.

Now, I know most of you readers really want to know what our lunch spot was today!  Well, since we were off the south end of Lake Lanier in Cumming, we had to hit a local spot called Decker's Express for salads to go.  Located in Lakeland Plaza, this local favorite has been around for a number of years.  Great salads, burgers, sandwiches and deserts!  Check out their FB Page in the link above and their location below!


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In closing, it should be another great weather weekend on the lake.  Temps should be in the low 80's during the day and high 50's at night.  The cool front is moving in along with the sunshine!  We plan on maximizing the opportunity for photos on the water.  Please provide you comments on where you'll be hanging out on Lake Lanier this weekend, and be sure to include your photos!

Lake Lanier Real Estate Today!

Our real estate thoughts today are again centered around the pricing of Lake Lanier homes that are for sale right now!  Never in our recent memory has there been as many homes for sale under $300,000 on Lake Lanier. We're talking waterfront lots, dock permits, lake views and Summer fun with the family!  Not only are prices low, but mortgage rates are at historical lows, as well.  What an opportunity!  Take a look at what your money will buy for less than $300,000 on Lake Lanier right now!

While there are a good number of homes for sale in the under $300,000 price range on the lake, overall listing inventory seems much tighter than a year ago in 2011.  We are eager to meet with prospective sellers and discuss their property and provide estimates of value.  There is never any obligation to list and the consultation is free of charge.  For more details and to schedule your free home market evaluation simply complete this quick form.

Lunch pickup today was at Frontera Mex Mex Grill.  Located in Sugar Hill at Hwy. 20 and Suwanee Dam Road.  Just a few miles off the south end of Lake Lanier.  Super Mexican food and a great dining atmosphere!


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Things are changing around the city of Cumming, here on Lake Lanier. Especially at Crestview Animal Hospital.  We dropped our dog off here today for grooming and a little hair trimming .  Cumming's dependable veterinarian clinic is growing! View the expansion in the photos below.  Thank you to Crestview Animal Hospital and Dr. John McGruder for their years of service to the Cumming community and to us. We appreciate all of their excellent services!

Crestview's VIP client, my dog Beignet!

Lake Lanier Real Estate Today!

Our first showing of the day brings us to 515 Hollywood Circle in Gainesville, Georgia.  This Lake Lanier home is one of the few that's listed below $200,000 and has waterfront access with a platform dock.  Also unique about this property is that it includes 2 to 3 acres.  Needs a little TLC but it's a deal at $189,900!  Location is right near downtown Gainesville.


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Checking in for lunch today, we stopped by Pizza DiFolco at the corner of Buford Dam Road and Little Mill. in Buford.  Trying out the Meatball and Italian Sausage subs to go!  Nearly sixteen years in business, right here in Buford.  Take a look at the canolis!  And here's a pic of the front of the restaurant.  After trying the subs, I know I'll be back when on the east side of Buford Dam!

We finished out our day with a closing at the Prudential Georgia Realty office in Cumming.  Congratulations to Jonathan and Christie, the new home owners of 3995 Brook Drive in Cumming, Ga.  What a beautiful home on a gorgeous lot near all of the Lake Lanier parks and amenities!

Be sure to click on all of the highlighted links in this post for more photos and details of these great Lake Lanier area homes!  And if you are searching for your new home, try the links to the right, to search Lake Lanier homes by price!

More Lake Lanier Photos From Memorial Day 2012

More Lake Lanier photos from our Memorial Day 2012 boat travels! Most photos were from the Gainesville and Dawsonville areas of the lake! A tremendous day to be out on the water!

360 Panorama Of Lathem Bay Lake Lanier!

We anchored the boat in this beautiful Lake Lanier cove near Lathem Bay this Memorial Day afternoon. What a nice breezy gorgeous day! Enjoy the 360 degree panorama!
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